Proof of Usefulness Report

Wia

Analysis completed on 2/17/2026

+261
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

Wia (Welding Industries of Australia) is a verified, established subsidiary of ITW with significant industrial history (50+ years) and real-world utility in the machinery sector. However, the project submission is of very low quality, featuring hyperbolic claims ('audience is everyone', 'most people have used my product') and confusing financial metrics ('marketcap 2500000'). While the underlying business is solid and verifiable, the score is heavily penalized by the lack of credible evidence provided in the submission and the niche nature of the B2B industrial market compared to broader tech scaling.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+22.5
Audience Reach Impact+6.0
Technical Innovation+6.0
Evidence Of Traction+17.0
Market Timing Relevance+6.0
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal57.75 (Base) -> Scaled approx 5x -> 288.75
Usefulness Multiplierx0.90
Final Score+261

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Trusted by the best. WIA is part of the global organisation ITW (Illinois Tool Works), a diversified manufacturing company driven by innovative thinking, customer needs and specialised expertise. Around the globe, ITW companies work side by side with customers to deliver products that contribute to delivering solutions and creating success. With a history spanning more than 100 years, ITW has endured the uncertainties of wars and recessions to become a global leader in innovation, employing more than 65,000 talented individuals across 58 countries. On a local level, WIA is trusted by ITW to represent many of the world’s leading welding brands in the Oceania region, including Miller and Hobart. For over 50 years, WIA has been supplying the Australian market with reliable products and expertise that is second to none. Our products are developed, delivered and supported by a team of technically driven professionals who understand the needs of our customers and work with them to deliver products and solutions for the heavy engineering, mining and oil and gas markets. All of our products are supported by an Australia wide sales and service network for convenience and peace of mind. Customer Support: 1300 300 884.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline